Maintenance; Annual Stove Inspection; Ash Removal; Chimney System - Jøtul F 500 V3 Series Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

6. Maintenance

See Appendix A, page 24, for
Combustor Maintenance and
Replacement instructions.
Regular maintenance will prolong the life of your
stove and ensure satisfactory performance.

6.1 Annual Stove Inspection

• Empty stove of all soot and ashes. Only use a
vacuum for this job if the vacuum is specifically
designed to handle ashes.
• Inspect the stove seams. Use a utility light to
inspect the stove inside and out for cracks or
leaks. Replace all cracked parts and repair any
cement leaks with furnace cement. Always wear
safety gloves when handling the ash pan.
• Inspect the Catalytic Combustor. See Appendix A,
page 24.

6.2 Ash removal

Ash removal will be required periodically
depending on how frequently the stove is used.
Conveniently, the Jøtul F 500 V3 is equipped with
an ash pan for easy ash removal without the
need to open the front door.
The ash pan door is located under the front
ashlip of the stove. To open the ash door, rotate
the door handle counterclockwise to unlatch the
door and clockwise to latch the door. Always use
stove gloves when handling the ash pan. Always
close the ash door before leaving to dispose of
the ashes when the stove is burning.
Ashes should be placed in a metal container
equipped with a tight sealing lid. The container
should be placed on a noncombustible floor or
on the ground, well away from all combustible
materials, pending final disposal. If the ashes are
disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally
dispersed, they should be retained in the closed
container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.
Only use a vacuum for this job if the vacuum is
specifically designed for ashes.
It is advisable to always keep a one inch bed
of ashes on the firebox floor to help maintain a
hot charcoal bed and insulate the bottom.
WARNING:
DO NOT OPERATE THIS STOVE WITH THE ASH
DOOR OPEN.
This condition will lead to overfiring which is
dangerous and can damage the stove. Such
damage is not covered under warranty. Only
empty the ash drawer before refueling, when
the fire is low or extinguished. The ash door
should be open only long enough to empty the
drawer and then securely closed. Inspect the
gasket on the ash pan door regularly and replace
as necessary.

6.3 Chimney System

The Jøtul F 500 V3 is designed to burn cleanly and
efficiently when used according to the guidelines in this
manual. In order to maintain proper performance, you
should inspect the chimney and chimney connector at the
beginning of each heating season and then every other
month during the heating season. Clean the chimney
whenever creosote and fly ash accumulation exceeds 1/4
inch in any part of the system.
Chimney brushes are available from your local Jøtul
dealer or hardware supply store. Your dealer can also
refer you to a reputable, professional chimney sweep
who will have all the equipment to ensure a complete
and proper job. Failure to keep the chimney system
free of creosote and build-up could result in a serious
chimney fire.

6.4 Enamel Care

• DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN HOT ENAMEL SURFACES.
Clean only cold enamel surfaces with a soft damp cloth
and polish with a clean dry cloth. Most stains can be
removed with a solution of baking soda and vinegar. Let
this solution sit on the stain for a minute or two before
rubbing it dry with a damp cloth. Organic cleaning
commercial cleaning solutions, such as Citra-Solv®, can
also be effective.
• DO NOT USE SOAPY OR ABRASIVE SOLUTIONS. These can
cause stains. Coffee, tea, and fruit jucies will also cause
stains.
• AVOID CONTACT WITH METAL OBJECTS. Trivets, kettles,
or pots, can damage the enamel
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